Brentwood College School - Brentonian Yearbook (Mill Bay, British Columbia Canada)

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VALET David Ewert Stepping into Robert Common ' s boots was a daunting task for anyone, but in his one year at the school, Dave Ewert proved to be a worthy successor. He brought his leadership and enthusiasm to the Rambling programme; to the classroom, where he taught History; to basketball and Ellis House, where he was Mr. Wynne ' s assistant. Our best wishes go with him to Prince George. Mary Jane McLennan Miss McLennan leaves Brentwood after a year teaching Biology and Mathematics. She was frequently to be seen introducing classes to the Mill Bay flora and fauna, and vice versa, and sowing confusion in the ranks of the local crabs. We wish Mary Jane every happiness in her new job. Charles Evans A hitherto undiagnosed masochistic streak was the apparent reason for Charlie ' s decision to return to Brentwood as a teacher before taking up a place at Stanford. Evidently unfamiliar with the word ' bed ' , he could be found in the Staff room at 3 a.m. more often than the rest of us during the day, yet he still managed to hold his own with computers and students the following morning. We wish him good luck and every happiness at Stanford. Jan Lanyon Jan was the power behind the throne in two administrations, presiding over the transition from the Mackenzie era to the Age of Ross with charm and efficiency. Her unflappable calm and ready smile were priceless assets in a job demanding a secretary ' s skills and a diplomat ' s tact; at times she seemed able to carry on a con- versation while typing, with a ' phone at each ear. And, incredibly, she always knew where Mr. Ross was. Jan and her husband, Greg, leave the island to face the hazards of life on the mainland. Our thanks and best wishes go with them. 3

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THE STAFF HEADMASTER W. T. Ross, B.A. ASSISTANT HEADMASTER T. G. Bunch, B.A. IN CHARGE OF HOUSES A. C. Corr, M.A Rogers House, Science Miss Ann L. Holden, B.A Alexandra House, Biology R. V. Lironi, B.A Privett House, Geography, English J. L. Queen, B.Sc. Whittall House, Physics Mrs. M. Wichlinski, B.A Hilton House, French R. S. Wynne, B.A. Ellis House, English, Geography ACADEMIC STAFF Mrs. N. P. Arthurs, B.A French, Spanish, Latin H. Brackenbury, B.A Mathematics W. J. Burrows, B.Sc A.Aathematics, Science R. Cameron, M.A French, Spanish, German R. G. Cooper, L.L.C.M. Music (Instrumental and Choral) M. Cullin, B.A English, History, Art I. R. Ford, M.A English, Latin J. B. Garvey, B.Sc Mathematics, Science H. J. Martin, B.A Geography, History A. E. Nicoll, B.Ed. History, English, Economics R. G. Pitt, CD Physical Education Mrs. D. Pitt Swimming N. R. B. Prowse, M.A. History, English P. J. Simmons, Dip. Ed Mathematics, Science PART-TIME STAFF J. Boel Junior Band Mrs. J. Brackenbury, B.A Remedial English J. L. Johnson, M.Ed Choral Music J. Kempster, CD Art REGISTRAR Mrs. J. D. Mather BURSAR L. M. Crookston Medical Staff R. F. Stanley, M.D. Mrs. M. Rumsby, R.N. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Headmaster ' s Secretary Mrs. J. Lanyon Accountant Mrs J. E. McClure Bursar ' s Secretary Mrs. A. Le Poole Travel Arrangements, Stores, Etc Mrs. B. Little Catering, Etc Mrs. E. Hallet Laundry Mrs. I. Deloume BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS H. L. Williams, Supervisor Maintenance Foreman K. McAlpine Grounds O. Finnegan 2

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VALEDICTORIAN ' S SPEECH Awards Day — June 1977 Honoured Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, Fellow Graduates: First I suppose some thanks to my classmates are in order for y election to the honourable post of Valedictorian. However, as there is no excuse for this decision I will refrain. My speech will be mercifully short as Steven Paste ate my manuscript before I could memorize it. And so the time has come for the class of 77 to bid farewell to Brentwood. Reflecting on this brings a flood of memories to mind, most of which cannot be recounted in the presence of the Head- master. Many vignettes of school life stick in my mind: our tour group elicitly collecting souvenirs in the pubs of Great Britain, Mr. Prowse graphically reliving World War One in history class, our rowers and chemistry students working their fingers to the Bone, Mr. Bunch turning purple in English class, Bert, our night watchman, doing his duty in the face of insurmountable odds, and, of course, who could forget John and Rose? These and many other such memories we will try to keep in mind, for certainly none of us want to forget all the good times we have had during our tenure at this school. However, maybe I am painting a rather rosy picture of this year ' s graduate experience at Brentwood. We have had many en- joyable days and nights, but admittedly, the good times have often been marred by moments of tension, frustration, and even despair. Brentwood, being such a tight community, is not the type of school where one can shirk his responsibilities, and I must admit that sometimes the strength of character required to face these respon- sibilities was found wanting. But Brentwood has given us much ; here we have been given the opportunity to discipline ourselves in the pursuit of excellence. And so we have often been successful in our endeavours: on the playing fields of British Columbia and the British Isles, on the waters of St. Catharines, on the dramatic stage, and, yes, sometimes even in the classrooms of Mill Bay as well. Now that the diplomas have been handed out we can look to the future with confidence and curiosity at what lies ahead. This day marks not only the end of our Brentwood career, but also the end of a new headmaster ' s first year in office. The senior class ap- preciates the fact that this year has been as much a learning ex- perience for Mr. Ross as it has been for us. For his patience and unending willingness to listen to what we had to say, we thank him and wish him all the best in the years to come. In closing, what is left to be said? Only thank you, no matter how inadequate it is. Thank you for everything. Don ' t forget your diploma when you leave. And now, if you will excuse me, I have an exam to write. Forbes Angus June 24, 1977 4